1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1974 Lancia 2000
To start off, both 1974 Chevrolet Nova and 1974 Lancia 2000 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Lancia 2000.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1974 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Nova | 2000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |